{"title":"McLaren Vale Wines","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"modern-mclaren-vale-masterclass-pack","title":"All Hail McLaren Vale Red Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcLaren Vale is one of the most exciting and innovative wine regions in Australia, with some of our favourite producers kicking goals in the coastal winemaking oasis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are six of our favourite reds from the region that gives you a fresh, modern look at the current state of play in The Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Hail!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 In Praise of Shadows Mankai Touriga Graciano Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bondar Junto GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Inkwell Infidels Primitivo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Dune Cactus Canyon Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 S.C. Pannell Dead End Tempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Adelina McLaren Vale Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 In Praise of Shadows Mankai Touriga Graciano Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTouriga Nacional, Graciano, Monastrell and Grenache come together here in a crisp and minerally red from McLaren Vale. It's a marriage of three different vineyards, multiple different winemaking approaches, and all sorts of vibrant deliciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the fruit is co-fermented, some of it is left on skins for three weeks, some of it seeks carbonic maceration and time in oak, then it all gets blended together to become the perfect red fruited, aromatic and easy drinking red. A lick of spice, too, a hint of stony minerality and a whole lot of joyful drinking at a stupidly good price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect wine to share in good company, and versatile drinking too. Pop it in the fridge or enjoy it at room temperature - the choice is yours!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Ripe raspberry, blueberry, violet, ozone and ironstone, spice. It's juicy, quite purple in flavour, a bit stony and 'mineral' in feel, dried roses and raspberry jubes, fresh, Earl Gray tea, crushed boysenberry, with grainy tannin, and potpourri perfume to close. Such a good wine. So much character, and beautifully made too. Recommended.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 In Praise of Shadows Mankai Touriga Graciano Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-in-praise-of-shadows-mankai-touriga-graciano-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bondar Junto GSM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dynamic couple have carved out a niche for their eponymous label as one of the most exciting and in demand wineries in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinkability is writ large across the range. The 'Junto' (Spanish for 'together') is a wine made for easily enjoying with friends and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grenache is the main character, with Shiraz, Mataro and Cinsault the supporting cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is as delicious as medium-bodied reds get from this part of the world. Incredibly versatile and impossibly moreish, Andre and Selina have done it again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is 65\/16\/8\/8\/3% grenache\/shiraz\/mataro\/cinsault\/carignan. It feels even finer and more elegant than prior. A cool year, yes, but it feels like evolution, too. Either way, what a charming thing it is, redolent of blue and red florals, just-picked wild raspberry and bright-red cherries, along with hardy Mediterranean herbs. It’s not just about front, though, with a fine and complex netting of natural tannin and a vivid line of acidity. What elevates it is skipping the easy path of pulpy frivolity for a gastronomic architecture and lightness of feel.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2023 Bondar Junto GSM\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bondar-junto-gsm\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Inkwell Infidels Primitivo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Infidels is Primitivo sourced from the immaculate Inkwell vineyard in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the last few vintages it has gained a reputation for being one of the country's most drinkable\/loveable alternate varieties, and is often the fastest-selling Inkwell wine - understandably so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oak is set firmly to the background of the mid-weight palate and the perky red fruits and spice of this variety on display for all to see. The fruit weight, tannin, and acidity playing perfectly with each other. Simply delightful drinking and on their best releases to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s a wine of grain and groove and silk. It’s most enjoyable.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 Inkwell Infidels Primitivo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-inkwell-infidels-primitivo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Dune Cactus Canyon Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe latest single-varietal wine from this energetic and evolving project that in a short period of time has helped the Lloyd brothers burst out of the shadow of their family estate Coriole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2021 was the first time they released the Cactus Canyon Grenache, and this 2022 is a brilliant follow-up. It's a deliberately lighter style, picked early and with minimal oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a spicy, floral little number that really bursts out of the glass with gorgeously exotic Grenache aromas and a fresh and lively palate. Give it a light chill when the sun's out and you're in for a treat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Dune Cactus Canyon Grenache\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-dune-cactus-canyon-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 S.C. Pannell Dead End Tempranillo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is another fantastic Tempranillo release from the peerless S.C. Pannell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from his home in McLaren Vale, this is a staple of his range and one of the most popular wines at his beautiful cellar door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDead End embodies so much of the S.C. Pannell philosophy, it is bright, medium bodied and made for drinking in the warm Aussie climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have loved the the mulit-award winning Tempranillo Touriga in the past, then this is going to be right up your alley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2021 S.C. Pannell Dead End Tempranillo\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-s-c-pannell-dead-end-tempranillo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Adelina McLaren Vale Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCol McBryde at Adelina wanted to make a Shiraz that was a little different to their usual one - a bit more dark and broody, but still keeping the classic Adelina style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo Col sourced some certified organic fruit from the McLaren Vale, coming from a ripper site in Kangarilla managed by two impeccable growers, Yanagrra's Michael Lane and Pete Fraser. We all know what great fruit and a deft touch equals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's got a focus more on dark fruit flavour than their Clare Valley reds, with chewy tannin and a bit more of a broodiness to its personality. Still inherently Adelina in style, it's something a little different - and incredibly delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Red and black berries, quite nutty, a little spice and dried herb perfume. Medium-bodied, red fruits mainly, again that nutty character, with a little mint, fine dusty tannin grip with a savoury tobacco edge, lively with plenty of energy, and a firm finish of good length. Good wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bErXltP8vZg?si=bQ_vD_clJdxrG53_\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Adelina McLaren Vale Shiraz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-adelina-mclaren-vale-shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14399425085483,"sku":"All Hail McLaren Vale Red Pack","price":179.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/AllHailMcLarenValeRedPack.webp?v=1718939930"},{"product_id":"hickinbotham-masterclass-pack","title":"Hickinbotham Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hickinbotham vineyard is somewhat of a legend amongst the Australian winemaking community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanted in 1971 in the Clarendon region, fruit from this important site has contributed to some of the most iconic wines in Australia's history. Here you get to taste a selection of their classic estate-grown wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Mr. Grant Malbec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Nest Cabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrooks Road is a Shiraz of intensity and polish, offering a more lifted, savoury expression of McLaren Vale from the elevated slopes of Clarendon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe site sits above the Onkaparinga Gorge, not far from the Adelaide Hills, and the wine often shows a cooler, more perfumed edge compared to the darker, denser styles found further south. The 2022 vintage plays right into this signature - there’s plush black fruit, but also violet, tapenade, spice and a fine-boned structure that speaks of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s plenty of presence and power here, but it’s carried on a frame of silky, well-integrated tannins. Winemakers Chris Carpenter and Peter Fraser employ whole bunches and large format oak to enhance the savoury dimension without sacrificing purity or fruit definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to go the distance but already showing remarkable clarity and balance, Brooks Road continues to prove why this vineyard has been prized for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“It’s a wine of intensity, verve and impressive harmony, with an elegant sheen of oak tastefully applied.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The Clarendon potency is all here with a nod to dried herbs and wildly fragrant spices. A complex and detailed wine that you can ponder for hours and marvel for days... A bucket list pairing would be a hearty pork and mushroom pie with gravy poured down the centre funnel. ”\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A classy, polished, consummately detailed, full-bodied shiraz. Not an ounce of flab or extraneous sweetness on its refined structural bones.”\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (jamessuckling.com)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham Brooks Road Shiraz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-brooks-road-shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrueman is Hickinbotham’s flagship Cabernet and one of the most compelling examples of the variety in McLaren Vale—powerful, poised and built to age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is hand-picked from Hickinbotham’s elevated Clarendon vineyard, perched above the Onkaparinga Gorge. With winemaking by Napa heavyweight Chris Carpenter (Lokoya, Cardinale) and Yangarra’s Peter Fraser, Trueman is where old-vine Australian pedigree meets a polished, modern lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage was a cooler, drawn-out season, perfect for Cabernet, and the result is a wine of concentration and freshness. It opens with waves of blueberry, cassis and sage, with darker notes of olive tapenade, cocoa and graphite building in the glass. The palate is layered and structured, with fine tannins and a long, composed finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is serious Cabernet that can hold its own on any global stage. If you’re building a cellar or just love seeing the variety in its more elegant form, Trueman is a must.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An exceptional cabernet of flare and precision... A leader of the pack. Drinkable now, but best from 2030.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (jamessuckling.com)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deep and brooding properties... Cedar and currant, ripe mulberry, cassis... An excellent release.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Draws you in... Blueberry and lilac, blackberries baking in a pie... screams pedigree and expertise.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Claret style... gravel and blackcurrant aromas... strong foundations for a decade or more.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Angus Hughson (Vinous)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham Trueman Cabernet Sauvignon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-trueman-cabernet-sauvignon\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham Mr. Grant Malbec\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second release of Malbec from Hickinbotham is a serious statement of intent - powerful, plush and characterful, with all the hallmarks of a classic Clarendon red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after Clarendon’s first settler, Mr. Grant is drawn from a high-elevation, east-facing block planted in 2013. In 2022, the fruit came in pitch perfect, delivering a wine that’s deep in colour and layered in flavour. You’ll find raspberry compote, fresh herbs and rose petals on the nose, then a dark, supple palate dusted with cocoa, graphite and cracked pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not just showy fruit either - there’s real structure underneath. Malbec’s firm, round tannins lend shape, and a touch of Cabernet adds extra drive. It’s a wine that brings together plushness and polish with a savoury backbone, handled with care in the winery and aged in a mix of new and seasoned French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother compelling addition to the Hickinbotham range, and a must-try for fans of the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Glass-staining purple... full-bodied and dense... loaded with mouth-coating tannins... hugely impressive malbec.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Glossy ruby... lavender, lilacs, boysenberries... classy oak and impressionable immediacy of the fruit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (jamessuckling.com)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham Mr. Grant Malbec\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-mr-grant-malbec\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Nest Cabernet Franc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Chris Carpenter's inspiration for this single varietal release of Cabernet Franc is none other than the Bordeaux icon, Cheval Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarpenter sees the depth and power of Bordeaux here, albeit through the silky McLaren Vale viel. It's a devastatingly smooth and seductive wine with perfectly ripe blackcurrant, boysenberry, violet and green leaf characters in spades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere so many modern Australian Cabernet Franc are built in the more youthful, energetic style reminiscent of the Loire Valley, this is a dead-serious cellaring option and arguably one of the most impressive examples of the variety ever produced in this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy it. Drink it. Savour it. Watch it unfurl over the coming decades. This is as good as Cabernet Franc gets in this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Expressive take on cabernet franc... elegance and varietal clarity... refined structural drive.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Impossible to put down... bramble, cassis, salted licorice, star anise... seductive and supple.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham The Nest Cabernet Franc\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-the-nest-cabernet-franc\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Revivalist is an elegant, expressive take on the variety, grown on the elevated slopes of Clarendon and farmed organically since 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage delivers a wine that feels plush but never heavy, with dark plum and mulberry at the core, lifted by notes of toasted hazelnut, fresh tobacco and subtle spice from seasoned French oak. A cool, slow ripening season helped retain freshness and energy, while 50% new oak and a stint in foudre bring polish and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is seamless and composed - silky tannins, ripe but savoury fruit, and a bright acid line give shape to a long, composed finish. It’s a Merlot with structure and class, far removed from the soft and soupy styles of old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quietly confident red that will reward both near-term drinking and mid-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This harnesses a more rounded fruit profile, but also with proper linear tannins and drive. It’s a relatively elegant expression, though with a depth of plum and mulberry, subtle florals, graphite, roasted hazelnut and a balanced gloss of classy oak.”\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Acidity walks an ascending line without artifact and the wine manages that leisurely form that only merlot can provide. Satisfying, flavour and harmonious. Some powdery tannins mean this will age another 4-5 years gracefully. Beef and black bean stir fry would set this off nicely.”\u003cbr\u003e- Shanteh Wale (Wine Pilot)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"2022 Hickinbotham The Revivalist Merlot\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-hickinbotham-the-revivalist-merlot\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TvMGCk2c3R4?si=TPzr8I-wxvhsmkYL\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hickinbotham","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31925980692523,"sku":"Hickinbotham Masterclass Pack","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/HickinbothamMasterclassPack.png?v=1747099165"},{"product_id":"2019-marius-simpatico-shiraz","title":"2019 Marius Simpatico Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Simpatico is sourced from the Shiraz vines on the outer perimeter of the Marius vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypically, the Simpatico will drink a little younger than the more hefty Symphony cuvee. It's a slightly racier, more streamlined iteration of Shiraz, with spice and a crunchiness a feature alongside the emphatic density that singles out the Shiraz wines from this unique site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a wine of great character and offers incredible value for money. Only a small amount is available such is the ferverish hunger for Roger Pike's wines. To get a taste of Marius, there is no better place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marius","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39438358446123,"sku":"2019 Marius Simpatico Shiraz","price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/MariusSimpaticoShiraz.png?v=1630643781"},{"product_id":"2019-marius-symphony-shiraz","title":"2019 Marius Symphony Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Symphony is the finest, richest, most powerful Shiraz from the middle section of the Marius vineyard in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine shows imperious strength. It's the kind of wine that booms out across the room thumping its fist, loudly proclaiming its place of origin. The rare red gravels on the Marius vineyard impart a quality to the grapes like no other site in Australia. Owner\/proprietor Roger Pike does is coaxes this individual character into the glass with a deft touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a wine that is going to look brilliant in 20+ years, this remarkable wine should be on your list for a number of reasons - not least of which is the incredible value it offers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marius","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39438358478891,"sku":"2019 Marius Symphony Shiraz","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/MariusSymphonyShiraz.png?v=1630639783"},{"product_id":"nv-alpha-box-dice-tarot-prosecco","title":"NV Alpha Box \u0026 Dice Tarot Prosecco","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile Prosecco is a grape made famous in the vineyards of Northern Italy (specifically in the regions of Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia), it has spread to many other countries, with many hectares planted in Victoria and South Australia in particular. It is usually picked quite early in order to retain high acidity and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NV Alpha Box \u0026amp; Dice Tarot Prosecco comes from Murray Darling fruit and is fermented at low temperatures to protect the delicate aromatics and flavours of apple, lychee and honey. This is a dry style that will pair really well with all kinds of seafood, and it can be enjoyed immediately or even left to age for a few years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alpha Box \u0026 Dice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39879376830507,"sku":"NV Alpha Box \u0026 Dice Tarot Prosecco","price":23.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/NVAlphaBox_DiceTarotProsecco.png?v=1648421587"},{"product_id":"nv-coriole-prosecco","title":"NV Coriole Prosecco","description":"\u003cp\u003eProsecco was the logical Sparkling for Coriole to add to their stable of excellent value wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Prosecco adds a high-quality fizzy treat to their Italian fleet. This offers great drinking at a bargain price, the perfect fresh aperitif-style sparkling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrisp, vivacious and playful, it's great on it's own, with light nibbles and\/or in great company. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coriole","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39923964641323,"sku":"NV Coriole Prosecco","price":23.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/NVCorioleProsecco.webp?v=1715581124"},{"product_id":"2019-yangarra-high-sands-grenache-1-5l","title":"2019 Yangarra High Sands Grenache 1.5L","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are few wineries in Australia with as clear a vision as Yangarra.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTheir commitment to producing world-class, Australian grown, Rhone-style wines is second to none. With their remarkable, biodynamic McLaren Vale vineyard and the formidable winemaking skills of Peter Fraser, Yangarra is one of the most exciting wine ventures in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTheir High Sands Grenache is a wine to behold. It has been compared to the great Grenaches of Chateauneuf du Pape, iconic wines like Rayas and Beaucastel. This release of the High Sands marks another step forward in the assertion of truly great Australian wines on the world stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis release takes pride of place at the top of the Australian Grenache pantheon. If you want to see the very best Grenache that Australia has to offer, the High Sands is a drinking experience that will stay with you for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yangarra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40064562561067,"sku":"2019 Yangarra High Sands Grenache 1.5L","price":550.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/HighSands19_1_9b46972f-2d4d-464c-b813-efe974cdaa1f.png?v=1652160313"},{"product_id":"mclaren-vale-grenache-masterclass-pack","title":"McLaren Vale Grenache Masterclass Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcLaren Vale Grenache is becoming one of Australia's most important wine styles, thanks to the region's Mediterranean climate, old vines, and some of the best producers in the land pushing the quality of the variety perpetually forward. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sandy soils and cooling sea breezes help retain freshness and elegance, giving Grenache from McLaren Vale a beautiful balance between power and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s Australia’s answer to Rhône, but with a bold, unmistakable Aussie swagger. Here are the frontrunners for the \u003cem\u003e\"Grenache-\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaissance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 S.C. Pannell Little Branch Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Aphelion Wait Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 MMAD Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 S.C. Pannell Little Branch Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the debut release of Steve Pannell's new baby, the stunning 2022 Little Branch Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePannell purchased this gem of a vineyard in the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBlewitt Springs dress-circle 2021, which boasts ancient Maslin Beach sands and 30-year-old vines. These vines, combined with the unique ironstone-flecked soils at 140 meters above sea level, bring a lot of character to this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs always, Pannell employs traditional techniques like whole bunch fermentation and aging in old French oak vats. The wine is fermented with a small percentage of whole clusters and left on skins for 13 days before being pressed and matured. This hands-off approach really lets the vineyard’s natural qualities shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you take a sip, you’re hit with bright red fruits like raspberry and strawberry, followed by a complex array of spices—cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and cassia. There’s a hint of toffee apple and spun sugar, finishing with musk and rose oil. The texture is smooth and sophisticated, with stealthy tannins that build up slowly, leaving a lasting impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA remarkable first Little Branch release from Steve, and surely a wine to watch and collect for many years to come. Extremely limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is an impactful grenache made by somebody who prizes Italian wines. The tannins are an immense force field, with kirsch, strawberries and dried Mediterranean herbs, and a note of almond husk that gives noble bitterness. The density, poise and grace are thoroughly impressive. This is a structured grenache built for the cellar.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-s-c-pannell-little-branch-grenache\" title=\"2022 S.C. Pannell Little Branch Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-s-c-pannell-little-branch-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrad Hickey’s first solo varietal Grenache here, sourced from vines planted in the '50s, nestled in the hilly Clarendon sub-region. Only 100 cases made, so if you’re lucky enough to grab one, drink it with someone you really like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a beautiful depiction of this famous McLaren Vale vineyard. There’s lavender and cloves on the nose, mingling with hints of orange peel, feijoa, and cinnamon—a sensory journey that dances across the palate with dusty, fine tannins, all kept in perfect harmony by 15 months in old French oak. It’s got that medium-bodied finesse we love in a great Grenache, but with enough backbone to keep improving in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label, by Sydney artist Alesandro Ljubicic, is as eye-catching as the wine itself—beautiful, bold, and unmistakably Brash Higgins. Drink it now for its sheer vibrancy, or tuck it away for a few years and see how it unfolds. Either way, this Grenache is all class and a great debut release from the one and only Brash Higgins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is good, quirky and, like its winemaker, probing for secrets and answers... Chinotto, tamarind, clove and kirsch, the souk-scented ferrous tannins a spicy curtail to any excess. There is a scent of the southern Rhone more, perhaps, than the Gredos (the aspirational totem for so many). A beautiful point of difference with every sip.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin MW (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-brash-higgins-smart-vineyard-grenache\" title=\"2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-brash-higgins-smart-vineyard-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYangarra is arguably Australia's finest producer of Grenache, and this stunning wine is surely one of their finest (and best value) releases yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir remarkable, certified biodynamic vineyard in the higher reaches of McLaren Vale produces a fleet of awe-inspiring Grenache, with this 'Old Vine' release being the heart and soul of the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from 70-year-old, non-irrigated bush vines, with Yangarra's incredible winery doing its bit to maintain all the purity of fruit and natural vineyard character in the wine. It's not jubey and fruity, nor is it rich and inky - this is an emphatically perfumed, seriously structured, utterly delicious Grenache that will only improve with time in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a no-brainer for any Grenache lover. Stock up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bush vines planted in 1946 on a deep sandy dune. Hand-picked and sorted, with 50% whole berries for a wild ferment. Perfumed rose petals and wild strawberries, the palate bursts with energy and drive, all in a red spectrum.\"\u003cbr\u003e- James Halliday (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yangarra-old-vine-grenache\" title=\"2022 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-yangarra-old-vine-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Aphelion Wait Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAphelion winemaker Rob Mack sources his fruit from growers he knows and respects, with the fruit for this wine coming from the sandy soils of the Wait Vineyard in McLaren Vale's Blewitt Springs sub-region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally planted in the 1940s, the vineyard is dry-grown and produces small berries with intense structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith only a single 600L barrel produced, this is a great example of truly age-worthy, collectable Grenache from a winemaker who loves the grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a little bit of ageing in neutral French oak, following a long and slow fermentation with 100% whole bunches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"What a wine. This is a little edgier than the 2022 but lovely all the same. This is my favorite in the suite of 2023 Grenaches from Aphelion this year.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"That bunch sits up in this at present, with cooler, smoky herbal notes, interlocking with spice, faintly suggesting garam masala, green cardamom a feature, with cherry pit, dried cranberry, macerated strawberry, pressed flowers, umeboshi and bergamot strung across a web of chewy tannins. There’s a lot to give here, but a little time is required.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-aphelion-wait-vineyard-grenache-1\" title=\"2023 Aphelion Wait Vineyard Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-aphelion-wait-vineyard-grenache-1\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oeno Grenache is the latest offering from one of Australia’s top Grenache experts, Michael Corbett. While it’s his third-tier Grenache, it offers exceptional value, especially for a wine of this calibre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis debut release comes from the Rende Vineyard in Blewitt Springs, perched over 200 metres above sea level. Named after the evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) that thrives alongside the vines, the Oeno Grenache is a wine designed to highlight the lighter, friskier Grenache components on the beautiful Rende vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked and whole-bunch fermented, with 60% of the grapes left in their clusters, the wine spent 11 months in French oak puncheons before being bottled unfined and unfiltered. Expect bright notes of raspberry, red currant, and cherry, with hints of spice and earthiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis organic, vegan-friendly Grenache is beautifully balanced and built to age. But with such a limited release, it won’t be available for long—making it a smart grab for anyone looking to add a top-notch Grenache to their collection without overspending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Raspberry, cherry, a fair bit of herb and bunchy spice, also some almond paste and floral notes. It’s sappy and red fruited, quite spicy, dusty tannin grip, perhaps a little sweet and sour ex whole bunch stuff, some pomegranate tang, with a bright finish of fine length. It has something of a ‘mineral’ character to it, and a subtle amaro bite in the aftertaste. It looked more cohesive and compelling after some time in the glass. It’s a good wine, kind of on the cusp of ripeness, but has plenty of energy and grip.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-vanguardist-oeno-grenache\" title=\"2023 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-vanguardist-oeno-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 MMAD Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MMAD Grenache is the crown jewel in the MMAD wine stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaining access to a vineyard planted in 1939 is no easy feat, but thankfully the foursome behind this project are driven to create a wine that truly expresses the nuances possible from such old vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an ethereal and truly epic depiction of Grenache from Blewitt Springs, realised with crystal clarity. The acidity and minerality are zippy and the palate is smooth and silky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Triumph for winemaker Adam Wadewitz and his team and a wine that has very quickly entered the pantheon of the greatest Grenache wines in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A seriously compelling wine, and further proof of how thrilling McLaren Vale grenache is right now, for both its quality and the unparalleled diversity in top-flight expressions.\"\u003cbr\u003e– Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is ballistically good. I doubt that I’ll taste anything much better from these shores over the next 12 months... The complete and utter command of the final flourish of flavour and tannin here feels, as you swallow, like a high water mark. I’m sold, totally sold, on this wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-mmad-grenache\" title=\"2022 MMAD Grenache\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-mmad-grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Different Drop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40084355940395,"sku":"McLaren Vale Grenache Masterclass Pack","price":359.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/McLarenValeGrenacheMasterclassPack.webp?v=1730333902"},{"product_id":"2021-brash-higgins-smart-vineyard-grenache","title":"2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrad Hickey’s first solo varietal Grenache here, sourced from vines planted in the '50s, nestled in the hilly Clarendon sub-region. Only 100 cases made, so if you’re lucky enough to grab one, drink it with someone you really like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a beautiful depiction of this famous McLaren Vale vineyard. There’s lavender and cloves on the nose, mingling with hints of orange peel, feijoa, and cinnamon—a sensory journey that dances across the palate with dusty, fine tannins, all kept in perfect harmony by 15 months in old French oak. It’s got that medium-bodied finesse we love in a great Grenache, but with enough backbone to keep improving in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label, by Sydney artist Alesandro Ljubicic, is as eye-catching as the wine itself—beautiful, bold, and unmistakably Brash Higgins. Drink it now for its sheer vibrancy, or tuck it away for a few years and see how it unfolds. Either way, this Grenache is all class and a great debut release from the one and only Brash Higgins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is good, quirky and, like its winemaker, probing for secrets and answers... Chinotto, tamarind, clove and kirsch, the souk-scented ferrous tannins a spicy curtail to any excess. There is a scent of the southern Rhone more, perhaps, than the Gredos (the aspirational totem for so many). A beautiful point of difference with every sip.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin MW (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5ML27VAOr3I?si=92H7xQMw9vfZRILR\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brash Higgins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40473306431531,"sku":"2021 Brash Higgins Smart Vineyard Grenache","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021BrashHigginsSmartVineyardGrenache.webp?v=1726705745"},{"product_id":"2021-brash-higgins-mrlo-merlot","title":"2021 Brash Higgins MRLO Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003eMRLO is a wine that aims to change some of the preconceptions of Australian Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis McLaren Vale grown fruit is fermented wild in clay amphora, settled, then aged in amphora for a further nine months. Brad also makes the addition of 15% Nero d'Avola for an extra bit of pep and funk turning this often maligned variety into something pretty unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's not just creatively put together, it's also undeniably delicious. It's quite exciting to see Merlot so perfumed, so energetic and so more-ish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly 200 cases made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5ML27VAOr3I?si=92H7xQMw9vfZRILR\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" data-dashlane-frameid=\"6787\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brash Higgins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40473306529835,"sku":"2021 Brash Higgins MRLO Merlot","price":33.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021BrashHigginsMRLOMerlot.webp?v=1726708831"},{"product_id":"bondar-tasting-pack","title":"Bondar McLaren Vale Sampler Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003ePacked with new releases, this is the perfect (and great value!) way to get to know this excellent family-owned McLaren Vale label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a selection of wines fresh of their gong of Best Value Winery at the Halliday Wine Awards, this is the perfect place to start!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Bondar Nero\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Bondar Junto GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Bondar Violet Hour Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Bondar Rayner Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Bondar Rayner Vineyard Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Bondar Nero\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndre and Selina Bondar have a real knack for making wines that are high on the \"gluggability\" scale, and their Nero d’Avola is the poster child for that style. Sourced from two distinct McLaren Vale sites - one in Tatachilla and one in Willunga - it’s a bright, energetic red that prioritises fun and freshness over heavy structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking is all about balance. The Willunga fruit gets a massive 90% whole-bunch treatment to dial up the perfume and spice, while the Tatachilla parcel is destemmed to keep the fruit core juicy and soft. Because it comes from younger vines, the wine has a lovely light feel to it, full of crunchy red berries and a zesty lift that makes it incredibly easy to put away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the ultimate \"anytime\" red. It’s unpretentious, vibrant, and perfectly suited to a 15-minute stint in the fridge before serving. It’s a small-batch release that usually disappears quickly, so it’s worth grabbing a few while it’s around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Black jellybean, black cherry pastille and raspberry gelée – not confected, but feeling essence-like, pure. The palate is refined, missing the sweet, pulpy core so common in the variety. Spice and savouriness deepen the interest, with tobacco, amaro and panforte spices – an Italian Christmas feel – along with a tar\/bitumen character. Modest of weight, supple, textural, with finely tooled Bondar tannins. One of the better neros out there.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-bondar-nero\" title=\"2025 Bondar Nero\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Bondar Junto GSM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Junto\" is Spanish for \"together,\" and that sums up the philosophy behind this wine perfectly. It is Andre and Selina Bondar's take on the classic McLaren Vale blend, but stripped of the heaviness you might expect from the region. This is designed to be fine, frisky and fresh, a wine built for bistros and backyards rather than the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 release is Grenache-dominant (72%), providing the perfume and juicy red fruit core. Mataro (13%) adds a savoury spice and structure, while a small splash of Shiraz contributes a bit of plushness. A notable addition this year is the 7% Counoise from their own vineyard, a variety that helps keep the alcohol in check and lifts the freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep things in the lighter spectrum, the fruit is picked early and fermented with around 20% whole bunches. This gives the wine a tight, herbal nerve that cuts through the fruit sweetness. In the glass, it is loaded with blue and red berries, fresh herbs and a savoury lick that keeps you coming back. It is pure McLaren Vale fruit without the sunburn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJunto is supposed to be medium bodied, fresh, unpretentious and delicious.\u003c\/span\u003e..\"\u003cbr\u003e- Andre Bondar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The medium-weighted, accessible, everyday drinking red from Bondar, a wine made to fit the climate and culture of the region. And this nails it, again... Such a beautiful thing.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-bondar-junto-gsm\" title=\"2025 Bondar Junto GSM\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Bondar Violet Hour Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Violet Hour was the first wine Andre Bondar and Selina Kelly made, and it’s still the best expression of what they do - elegant, energetic McLaren Vale Shiraz with real shape and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced entirely from the Rayner Vineyard, where old vines sit on deep sands threaded with ironstone, the 2024 shows McLaren Vale in its most refined light. There’s red and blue fruit, a little spice and pepper, fine tannins, and just enough flesh to fill the frame. No heavy oak, no excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndre’s goal here has always been to make a wine that’s pure and expressive rather than loud or showy and this vintage nails it. It’s supple, savoury, and built on balance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"If you’ve always loved McLaren Vale shiraz, you’ll still be happy here, and if you didn’t think it was for you, you’ll be surprised by how quickly you feel at home.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Nick Ryan (Top 100 Wines of 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-bondar-violet-hour-shiraz\" title=\"2024 Bondar Violet Hour Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Bondar Rayner Vineyard Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rayner Vineyard is legendary for its Shiraz, but the old-vine Grenache plantings on the deep sand of the western edge are arguably Andre Bondar's best assets on the property. Planted in 1970 and entirely dry-grown, this section naturally yields small, highly concentrated berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 vintage threw up a massive challenge, with exceptionally dry conditions cutting yields by a brutal 50%. To save the wine, Andre adapted, pulling in some adjacent vines and, for the first time, incorporating about 30% younger-vine fruit from 10-year-old bush vines planted upslope. This pivot turned out to be a masterstroke - while the old vines provide the baseline power and concentration, the younger fruit adds a beautiful layer of freshness and aromatic lift that defines the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the winery, the philosophy remains low-intervention. Fermented with about 20% whole bunches for a touch of savoury grip and perfume, the wine spent six months maturing in old French oak and ceramic eggs before being bottled unfined and unfiltered. It's a lighter, savoury-leaning, and incredibly pure McLaren Vale Grenache, though the '25 is a bit darker and plumper than the past couple of releases. It’s just a thoughtful, confident, and deeply expressive red that lets the sand and the season do all the talking. Outstanding value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"There’s a deepness to this, and some levity. It feels spicier, earthier, less buoyantly red-fruited, although the cranberry, pomegranate and redcurrant notes are there, along with black cherry, spiced plum, raspberry compote, Baharat spicing and, discreetly, the crackling dry herbs of whole-bunch fermentation, a rusted-iron note, too. There’s fine tension, savouriness and drive. Give it a little time. It won't disappoint.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-bondar-rayner-vineyard-grenache\" title=\"2025 Bondar Rayner Vineyard Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Bondar Rayner Vineyard Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the big brother to the Violet Hour and the Midnight Hour, standing as the serious, cellar-worthy apex of the Bondar Shiraz lineup. It is drawn exclusively from the two oldest blocks on the Rayner estate, a site that is fast becoming one of the most celebrated in McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend is specific and deliberate. About three-quarters of the fruit comes from Block 24, planted in 1950 on deep sands and ironstone. These dry-grown vines provide the perfume and the muscle of the wine. The remainder comes from Block 1, planted in 1960 on clay and limestone in a cool gully, which provides the structural backbone and grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaker Andre Bondar doesn't hold back on the technique here. He utilised a massive 90% whole bunches in the wild fermentation. That high stem component brings a savoury, herbal freshness that cuts right through the old-vine fruit density. Aged for a year in older French oak followed by six months settling in large foudres, this is a complex, structured Shiraz that shows just how elegant the Vale can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The cool year, the third in a row, plays into the house credo, balancing fruit depth and intensity with pep and floral lift. It’s a very good release.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vpz7ctIPR_c?si=40WhU4wz2ueGfKa-\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-bondar-rayner-vineyard-shiraz\" title=\"2023 Bondar Rayner Vineyard Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bondar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40474175209515,"sku":"Bondar McLaren Vale Sampler Pack","price":174.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/BondarMcLarenValeSamplerPack.webp?v=1780449064"},{"product_id":"s-c-pannell-tasting-pack","title":"Discover S.C. Pannell Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteve Pannell's wines are made with modern Australian food and wine culture at the front of mind. The wines come from a range of stunning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"McLaren Vale Red Wines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/mclaren-vale-red-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMcLaren Vale\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Adelaide Hills Wines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/collections\/adelaide-hills\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAdelaide Hills\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e vineyards and are made from sustainable varieties that properly suit his South Australian climate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThey're built around brightness of fruit and savoury tannin structure, and whatever your poison is Steve has you covered. Here's the best value way to try some of our favourites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 S.C. Pannell Grenache Shiraz Touriga\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 S.C. Pannell Basso Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 S.C. Pannell Dead End Tempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 S.C. Pannell Nero Diavola\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 S.C. Pannell Montepulciano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 S.C. Pannell Field Street Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 S.C. Pannell Grenache Shiraz Touriga\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve Pannell’s love for Mediterranean varieties runs deep, and this blend shows exactly why. Grenache brings the lift, Shiraz brings the shape, and Touriga Nacional ties it all together with spice and perfume. It’s McLaren Vale fruit through and through – warm days, cool nights, and that mix of red clay and sand that keeps everything vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 season played right into Steve’s hands. A long, mild ripening meant bright fruit and plenty of natural acidity, so he could keep the winemaking gentle – wild ferments, basket press, and old oak to round it out. Nothing fancy, just fruit, place and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass it’s fragrant and juicy with raspberry, plum and a hint of rose and dried herb. There’s a touch of grip, a bit of spice, and a savoury edge that keeps it all in check. It’s lively, medium-bodied and dangerously drinkable – a wine built more for the table than the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-s-c-pannell-grenache-shiraz-touriga\" title=\"2023 S.C. Pannell Grenache Shiraz Touriga\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 S.C. Pannell Basso Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Basso is the lighter, fresher, more 'smashable' version of Grenache from Steve Pannell. It's Steve's minimal-intervention wine - bottled with a minimal amount of sulphur, unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve's wines are all about melding with our Australian culture and this is the perfect fit for our climate, our cuisine and our culture. Think backyard BBQ's!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's medium-bodied, dappled with the lacy tannins and spice of early-picked Grenache - a deliciously jubey red but with the quality stamp of S.C. Pannell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust a great anytime\/anywhere red from one of the country's finest winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-s-c-pannell-basso-grenache\" title=\"2023 S.C. Pannell Basso Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2022 S.C. Pannell Dead End Tempranillo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dead End Tempranillo is a juicy, medium-bodied red that is yet another case in point the mastery of one of Australia’s most forward-thinking winemakers, the peerless S.C. Pannell. Sourced from vineyards in McLaren Vale, where Spanish varietals thrive, this wine is a perfect match for our warm Aussie climate and modern food culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright aromas of cherry compote, sarsaparilla, and cola leap from the glass, with hints of lilac, marjoram, and earthy undertones adding complexity. On the palate, it’s all about juicy red fruits with a subtle savoury edge. The tannins playfully tug at the flavours, delivering a dynamic mouthfeel that’s both refreshing and full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA staple of the S.C. Pannell range, Dead End Tempranillo is designed for immediate enjoyment but has enough structure to develop in the bottle. If you’ve loved the award-winning Tempranillo Touriga, this one will be right up your alley—an easy-going yet deeply satisfying wine perfect for any occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Black cherry, blackberry pastille, cherry cola, black jellybean—all sans confection—chinotto, leather, panforte spicing, scrubby herbs, and a hint of violet or the like. The palate is dutifully structured with classic tapas-beckoning tannins. It’s got a bit of intensity and presence, though it’s not big by any stretch. Very nice.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-s-c-pannell-dead-end-tempranillo\" title=\"2022 S.C. Pannell Dead End Tempranillo\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 S.C. Pannell Nero Diavola\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve Pannell's affinity with Italian varieties is well documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe has been a great champion of Italian red grapes and their suitability in the Australian climate and culture. Steve planted Nero d'Avola (Calabrese) on his Olivers Road vineyard a few years back. The wine is now here and ready to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sicilian variety makes soft, supple, slurpy wines that work well with a wide range of foods. Steve's central message always focuses on a fusion of wine with the Australian lifestyle. This wine is the perfect BBQ go-to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA flood of berries, licorice, sweet spices and smooth, soft tannins, it's just a great all-rounder and a great addition to the S.C. Pannell stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-s-c-pannell-nero-diavola\" title=\"2023 S.C. Pannell Nero Diavola\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 S.C. Pannell Montepulciano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve Pannell affectionately calls this \"Italian giggle juice,\" and it is easy to see why. It is a happy, immediate wine, but it carries the serious intent that defines the Pannell label. Steve views Montepulciano as a variety with a huge future in the warm McLaren Vale climate - a grape that can deliver a fascinating juxtaposition of lean structure and ripe fruit, much like a red version of Fiano.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those used to drinking big Aussie classics, this is the perfect gateway into the world of Italian varieties. In many ways, it isn't too dissimilar to a Shiraz, offering deep, dark fruit, velvety tannins and a flicker of spice. However, it wraps that familiarity in a slinky, seductive texture with a seasoning of that classic 'McLaren Vale chocolate' character the region is famous for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a wine that works on two levels: it’s effortless and fun if you just want a drink, but cerebral and contemplative if you stop to pay attention. A versatile, food-friendly red that hits the sweet spot between fresh and rich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Very deep, dense, opaque purple colour; aromas of squashed raspberry, mulberry and cranberry, laced with fine herbs. An edge of broken rock and subtle farmyard. The palate is full-bodied and rugged with assertive tannins and a big firm finish that lingers on. This is different, and very smart.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Huon Hooke (The Real Review)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-s-c-pannell-montepulciano\" title=\"2024 S.C. Pannell Montepulciano\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 S.C. Pannell Field Street Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Field Street is the best value entry point into the award-winning Shiraz wines of the one and only Stephen Pannell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s the first Shiraz he picks and the first one he bottles, designed specifically to be the freshest, most approachable red in the lineup. While his single-vineyard wines can be pretty serious, this is all about immediate reward and easy drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes entirely from the Merrivale vineyard, a site that gives the wine plenty of plushness without that heavy, syrupy feel. Steve keeps the winemaking very simple - open ferments and old oak - basically just letting the fruit do its thing. We’ve always loved how he manages to make a wine this affordable feel so polished and unforced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2024 is a cracker. It’s bright and crunchy, full of black cherry and plum with a nice savoury edge that keeps it from being just another fruit bomb. It’s got a lovely silkiness through the middle and a fresh finish that makes it dangerously easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-s-c-pannell-field-street-shiraz\" title=\"2024 S.C. Pannell Field Street Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LzgBxud8Zdc?si=rUqlUt3pPzE0oSi_\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"S.C. Pannell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40474339770411,"sku":"Discover S.C. 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It's not jubey and fruity, nor is it rich and inky - this is an emphatically perfumed, seriously structured, utterly delicious Grenache that will only improve with time in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a no-brainer for any Grenache lover. Stock up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yangarra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40579613949995,"sku":"2021 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2021YangarraOldVineGrenache_d5268754-d4da-46e7-abe9-02d0643830c1.png?v=1669774739"},{"product_id":"2020-rudderless-vineyard-grenache-shiraz-mataro","title":"2020 Rudderless Vineyard Grenache Shiraz Mataro","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis twist on a classic McLaren Vale GSM from Doug Govan is built for immediate pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is built around a core of vibrant McLaren Vale Grenache, juicy and brimming with life. The Mataro lays a bed of darker, more earthy flavours and lends some body. The Shiraz chimes in with a snap of spice shot through the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's gorgeous drinking. The perfect all-round medium bodied McLaren Vale red.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rudderless Vineyard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40616509702187,"sku":"2020 Rudderless Vineyard Grenache Shiraz Mataro","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2020RudderlessShirazGrenacheMataro.png?v=1674091934"},{"product_id":"2020-brash-higgins-shz-shiraz","title":"2020 Brash Higgins SHZ Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eA McLaren Vale producer's range would not be complete without a Shiraz, and Brad Hickey (AKA Brash Higgins) does not disappoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the organically certified Omensetter Vineyard, this wine broods with black plum, and smoked chorizo, underscored by the vineyard’s signature earthiness and blood orange zest twist. The palate is generous and and deep, with beautifully integrated tannins and a long, intricate finish of dark berries and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from 21-year-old vines, this Shiraz saw 20 months in a mix of new and old French oak after fermenting with wild yeast and 20% whole bunches, lending it a textural complexity that’s both savoury and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SHZ delivers deep fruit intensity without feeling overpowered. This is our kind of McLaren Vale Shiraz - where old school and new school meet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dense dark fruit perfume, also iron-rich from the get-go. Rosemary, lavender, orange peel, five spice, umami, molasses type of sweet-salty aroma... It’s all serious and seriously well made too.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Kasia Sobiesiak (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"McLaren Vale meets northern Rhône – achieved with aplomb, without quite the mid-weighted framework or tenacious freshness. Very good all the same... A stylised wine, trading in regionality as we knew it, for an aspirational zeitgeist and a remoulding of perceptions.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin MW (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe data-dashlane-frameid=\"7338\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5ML27VAOr3I?si=92H7xQMw9vfZRILR\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brash Higgins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40684846776363,"sku":"2020 Brash Higgins SHZ Shiraz","price":39.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2020BrashHigginsSHZShiraz.webp?v=1726708770"},{"product_id":"2021-battle-of-bosworth-shiraz","title":"2021 Battle of Bosworth Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a classic McLaren Vale Shiraz at a great price, search no more: you've found it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a flurry of red, purple and black fruits on the nose and palate, balanced by acid and savoury oaky characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother lovely and great value wine from the BoB team.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Battle of Bosworth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40695241900075,"sku":"2021 Battle of Bosworth Shiraz","price":27.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/2021BattleofBosworthShiraz.png?v=1678068729"},{"product_id":"2022-larnook-blewittt-springs-shiraz","title":"2022 Larnook Blewitt Springs Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis single vineyard Shiraz comes from 100% estate grown fruit in the Blewitt Springs subregion of McLaren Vale. The aim for Alexia and Damon is to reflect the nuance and character of the area, which translates into a balanced, finessed and elegant Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed and blue fruited with spice and a touch of woody oak, you can pop this one away in the cellar for a little while with confidence that it will only continue to improve with time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Larnook","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40708648632363,"sku":"2022 Larnook Blewitt Springs Shiraz","price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/products\/LarnookShiraz.png?v=1680049118"},{"product_id":"2021-munda-kaurna-country-blewitt-springs-syrah","title":"2021 Munda Kaurna Country Blewitt Springs Syrah","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePaul Vandenbergh, the man behind Munda Wines, teamed up with Chalk Hill Wines to produce this serious and seductive Syrah from Kaurna Country (McLaren Vale).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This is such a lovely syrah, its Blewitt Springs origin shouting from the rooftops. Length and balance just to start.\" \u003cbr\u003e- 96pts, James Halliday (The Weekend Australian)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A premium feel with a sense of understatement.\"\u003cbr\u003e- 92pts, Mike Bennie (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGloriously perfumed and aromatic, it's filled with vibrant flavours of purple fruit and spice, with firm and structured tannins. The TLC this wine went through to get to bottle is evident from the first sip, as is the quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut it down to age for a while or enjoy it now over a meal, the choice is yours. Delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Munda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40747396890667,"sku":"2021 Munda Kaurna Country Blewitt Springs Syrah","price":43.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021MundaSyrah.png?v=1682477788"},{"product_id":"discover-vanguardist-wines-pack","title":"Discover Vanguardist Wines Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichael Corbett’s latest releases from Vanguardist Wines mark an exciting evolution for the winemaker, showcasing his deep connection to the Rende Vineyard in Blewitt Springs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorbett is on fire at the moment. This is the best way to test drive his newest releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Vanguardist La Cote Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Vanguardist Botanic Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Vanguardist Oeno Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Vanguardist La Cote Riesling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Corbett’s La Côte Riesling takes Clare Valley’s signature variety somewhere new. It's a more textural, more savoury style, far from the straight-up and down versions the region is best known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the dry-grown, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewestern-facing La Côte vineyard in the Watervale sub-region of the Clare Valley. Hand-picked fruit was foot-crushed and roughly settled before being divided between three vessels: one-third Hungarian amphora, one-third new Austrian foudre, and one-third stainless steel. It was then left on lees with full malo to build texture and roundness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a Riesling that’s as much about feel as flavour - lime and grapefruit pith meet honeycomb and elderflower, all carried by fine mineral acidity and a gentle tannin line. It’s layered and savoury but still unmistakably Clare at its core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully individual take on the region’s hero grape - lively, detailed and built for both early pleasure and a few years’ evolution in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s nutty, a little creamy, but has a firm attack of green apple acidity with a sort of kombucha tang to it, has a chalky and stony texture, and offers a finish of some zip and good length.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-vanguardist-la-cote-riesling\" title=\"2025 Vanguardist La Cote Riesling\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2025 Vanguardist Botanic Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow in its second release, the Botanic Rosé is fast becoming one of the standouts in Michael Corbett’s Vanguardist range — a wine that shows just how much character and texture a serious rosé can have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced mainly from the Rende Vineyard in Blewitt Springs, where old Grenache and Syrah vines grow in deep, sandy soils, this is a blend that captures both freshness and depth. The fruit was foot-crushed and cold settled overnight before fermentation in a mix of stainless steel, concrete sphere, and egg - each vessel bringing its own shape and feel to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is dry, savoury and beautifully balanced. You’ll find notes of grapefruit, pomegranate, spice and fine herbs, all bound together by crisp acidity and a gentle, powdery tannin line. It’s bright enough to drink now but has the structure to evolve gracefully with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than just a summer sipper, the 2025 Botanic Rosé shows Michael Corbett’s skill in turning precision and restraint into something expressive, layered, lively and so smashable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s an exciting and interesting wine, complex and so good to drink. If only more rosé wines were made with this attention to detail and verity.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2025-vanguardist-botanic-rose\" title=\"2025 Vanguardist Botanic Rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oeno Grenache shows exactly why Michael Corbett is regarded as one of the country’s finest interpreters of Blewitt Springs. From 54-year-old bush vines rooted in deep sand on the Rende Vineyard, this is Grenache that trades weight for precision, delivering clarity, texture and drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandpicked fruit was fermented with 60% whole bunches, then matured for 15 months in a mix of French oak puncheons and a 1,500L concrete sphere. It’s fragrant and energetic, with red cherry, cranberry and spice lifted by subtle herbal and floral notes. The tannins are fine and shaping, giving the wine both line and persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOeno may be the entry point to the Vanguardist range, but it has all the class and polish of the top wines. Pure, focused and effortlessly drinkable, it’s another masterclass in modern McLaren Vale Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s lighter and breezier than the V Grenache, and I’d expect that’s kind of the point. Very nice. So stylish.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vanguardist-oeno-grenache\" title=\"2024 Vanguardist Oeno Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Vanguardist Oeno Syrah\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first release of the Oeno Syrah is another impressive addition to Michael Corbett’s growing line-up - a wine that mainlines the essence of Blewitt Springs through a modern, finely tuned lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced entirely from Michael's beautiful Rende Vineyard, where old vines dig deep into the region’s sandy soils, this Syrah was fermented with 40% whole bunches before spending 14 months in one and two-year-old thick-stave puncheons. The approach keeps everything fresh and detailed, making a Shiraz in a more approachable mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s bright and perfumed: all blue and red fruits, cracked pepper, herbs and spice with a savoury, earthy edge that pulls everything together. The palate is finely structured, with a mineral thread running through it and tannins that shape rather than dominate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a debut release, this is a remarkably complete Syrah: pure, composed and full of energy. A wine that proves once again why Corbett’s touch with southern Australian reds is among the best in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Syrah by name, Syrah by nature. There’s a cool character here, even though the wine is nicely ripe, a hazelnut feel to tannin, with a nutty and fresh finish of excellent length, closing with some orange peel and juicy acidity. Bang on.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-vanguardist-oeno-syrah\" title=\"2024 Vanguardist Oeno Syrah\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanguardist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40789381382187,"sku":"Discover Vanguardist Wines Pack","price":159.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/DiscoverVanguardistWinesPack_bb622093-0459-4079-95ec-ce0f8b7b2689.png?v=1761624530"},{"product_id":"2021-juxtaposed-old-vine-grenache","title":"2021 Juxtaposed Old Vine Grenache","description":"\u003cp\u003eExciting wine here, from the hands of winemaker Wes Pearson.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Grenache comes from two top vineyards in McLaren Vale: one planted over 90 years ago in the Clarendon sub-region, and the other in Blewitt Springs. The value on offer here is outstanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt strikes that elusive balance between finesse and power effortlessly. If you like Grenache while it's rippling with primary fruit, there is plenty of joy to be had here already.  However, if you are looking for something that will look all the better in a few years time, this will equally fit the bill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnother wine to add to McLaren Vale's impressive list of excellent Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Juxtaposed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40831237849131,"sku":"2021 Juxtaposed Old Vine Grenache","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021OLDVINEGRENACHE.png?v=1690436345"},{"product_id":"2021-juxtaposed-smart-vineyard-grenache","title":"2021 Juxtaposed Smart Vineyard Grenache","description":"\u003cp\u003eSince 2011, Dr. Wes Pearson has been fascinated with the beauty of McLaren Vale Grenache. As his understanding of the variety has deepened, so too has his desire to express its differences across some of the great vineyards he is fortunate enough to source fruit from.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Smart Vineyard in Clarendon is one of the oldest and most revered Grenache vineyards in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fruit from this site presents with an exotic spice and incredible purity. It's a lovely, deferential representation of these hallowed vines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Juxtaposed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40831237914667,"sku":"2021 Juxtaposed Smart Vineyard Grenache","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021SMARTVINEYARDGRENACHE.png?v=1690436022"},{"product_id":"discover-yangarra-wines-pack","title":"Yangarra McLaren Vale Reds Tasting Pack","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Field Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yangarra GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Yangarra Estate Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Circle Grenache is the newest addition to Peter Fraser’s ever-impressive Yangarra portfolio, and what a way to kick off this fresh-faced expression of McLaren Vale Grenache. Made in a bright, juicy, Nouveau-inspired style, this is a more playful, immediate take on the variety, yet still rooted in the same deep care and precision that defines Yangarra’s top-tier reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from bush vines planted in 2008 in the elevated, sandy ironstone soils of Blewitt Springs, this is estate-grown Grenache with serious pedigree. Fraser and his team handled it delicately - hand-picked, 50% whole berries, wild fermentation and a brief, gentle maceration before heading to a mix of stainless steel and old oak for a short five-month élevage. Certified organic and biodynamic, it’s farmed and made with a quality-first ethos that shines through in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 vintage brought some curveballs - summer rains followed by heat and a compressed harvest - but the end result in this wine is all energy and charm. Expect an aromatic riot of wild strawberries, cherry blossom and subtle spice, wrapped up in a silky, medium-bodied frame. It’s got enough structure to keep things interesting, but the core here is fruit, freshness and downright smashability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly the kind of wine modern Grenache drinkers are clamouring for: bright, expressive, made with intent but unpretentious to its core. A brilliant introduction to Yangarra’s signature variety - and at this price, an absolute steal. Chill it down slightly and pour it generously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a nice foil to the Old Vine bottling, showing what relatively youthful vines can do on this great site. There’s an open red-berried and cherry fruitfulness, with red florals supported by savoury spice and a foundation of purposeful natural tannin. This doesn’t have the mineral depth of the Old Vine, but the fruit vibrancy and exuberance yield their own rewards.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-yangarra-circle-grenache\" title=\"2024 Yangarra Circle Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Field Blend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by the formidable Peter Fraser and his winemaking team, this debut Circle Field Blend is Yangarra doing what it does best - growing Mediterranean grapes in McLaren Vale and turning them into something both delicious and unpretentious. It’s Grenache leading a happy gang of Carignan, Counoise, Cinsaut, Mourvèdre and Shiraz - all organically grown on the estate’s sandy Blewitt Springs soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith bright red fruits, a plush mid-palate and the kind of smooth, slurpable finish that begs for a chill and a picnic rug, this is a seriously moreish ‘casual red’ that doesn’t skimp on quality. Think of it as Grenache with friends - literally and figuratively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes were handpicked, with most co-fermented for a gentle 12 days on skins before maturing in older French puncheons and foudre for 11 months. It’s a blend that captures both the laid-back drinkability and the terroir detail of this special corner of McLaren Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA joyful, energetic red that showcases the pedigree of Yangarra’s biodynamic estate, at a price that’ll make you want to grab a few for the fridge. Your new house red? Quite possibly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Pale, fresh and frisky with grenache-led red berries, cherry, boysenberry and baking spices. Perfect from fridge to cellar temp for alfresco summer drinking.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-yangarra-circle-field-blend\" title=\"2024 Yangarra Circle Field Blend\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yangarra Circle Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Peter Fraser and his team at Yangarra Estate, the Circle Shiraz is your no-fuss, high-flavour companion for weeknights, weekends and everything in between. Drawn from their organically and biodynamically farmed vineyard in Blewitt Springs, this new release leans into the fresher, more drinkable side of McLaren Vale Shiraz - less weight, more energy, and all charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown on the ironstone-rich North Maslin Sands soils at the cooler, elevated northeast end of McLaren Vale, the fruit comes in with loads of natural acidity and vibrant character. It’s fermented wild, sees a gentle maceration on skins, then rests in old French puncheons and foudre for 11 months. This careful, hands-off approach keeps the wine light on its feet while still giving plenty of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it’s all dark berries, black pepper and violets with just a touch of earthy spice. The palate is medium-weight and juicy, with soft tannins and a silky roll. No tricks, no heavy oak or jammy sweetness - just seriously good drinking Shiraz made by one of the country’s most talented winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s young, it’s energetic, and it’s a joy to drink. Grab it for your next barbecue or pizza night and pour generously. This is modern McLaren Vale with the volume turned way down and the approachability cranked up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Medium weighted, with tart boysenberry, dark cherry, blueberry and warm spices. Effortless and serene with dialled-down tannic detail—lovely and ready to go.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-yangarra-circle-shiraz\" title=\"2024 Yangarra Circle Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yangarra GSM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yangarra GSM is a class act. This single vineyard wine from the stunning Yangarra estate sets a high bar for all others in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yangarra team has focused their attention on producing the country's finest iterations of Rhone varieties and this is arguably his best version of this classic blend to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dizzying aromatics and succulent fruit of Grenache meets the plum\/choc combo of McLaren Vale Shiraz and the grunt of Mourvedre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the quintessential McLaren Vale red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-yangarra-gsm\" title=\"2024 Yangarra GSM\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Yangarra Estate Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYangarra Estate are absolutely one of our very favourite producers and a winery that is making serious waves in the Australian wine industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing a hero for the McLaren Vale region, both Shiraz and Grenache are their specialties. Peter Fraser loves working with the old Shiraz vines on the estate and has perfected his style here over the last few years. This is now consistently one of the most bankable Shiraz in the Vale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has become a beacon of value for those looking for a wine of serious quality that won't bust the bank account.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love Shiraz, if you love McLaren Vale, if you love wine at all, you should buy this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Perfumed and spicy, showing aromas of wild blackberries, licorice, olive brine, boysenberries, bresaola and dark chocolate. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with finely tuned tannins and generous texture, leading into a saline-edged finish full of purity and freshness. Lovely lift beneath the dark fruit.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-yangarra-estate-shiraz\" title=\"2023 Yangarra Estate Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Yangarra Old Vine Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is impossible to write about this release without acknowledging the profound loss of Peter Fraser. As the driving force behind Yangarra for over 25 years, Pete didn't just make wine; he fundamentally shifted the conversation around Australian Grenache. He believed in its \"purity, beauty and elegance,\" and the 2024 Old Vine Grenache stands as a fitting ode to that vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the \"gnarly strugglers\" planted in 1946 on the deep North Maslin Sands of Blewitt Springs, a block affectionately known as \"The Beach\", it captures the precise site expression Pete was obsessed with. The 2024 season brought a shift to El Niño warmth, punctuated by unexpected summer rain, resulting in fruit with incredible flavour development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking remains true to the blueprint he perfected. The fruit was hand-picked and fermented with wild yeast, retaining 50% whole berries for aromatic lift. Crucially, the wine saw extended maceration for up to two and a half months to polish the tannins, followed by maturation in a complex mix of ceramic eggs, amphora and large oak foudres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is emphatic. It is complex, perfumed and structural, carrying the trademark sandy tannins that define the estate. It is a serious, world-class wine and a beautiful rendition of a wine Peter loved making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An excellent release. Outstanding value. Made from dry-grown vines planted in 1946. Drink or hold.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ryan Montgomery (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"There is an exultancy about this wine; you cannot deny its precision. A wonderful site expression and depiction of the slightly warmer conditions whilst keeping focus and drive at its centre. 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Organically grown, naturally made - this is Chenin Blanc stripped naked for all to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jauma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40869102354475,"sku":"2022 Jauma Sand on Schist Blewitt Springs Chenin Blanc","price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022JaumaSandonSchistBlewittSpringsCheninBlanc.png?v=1694046342"},{"product_id":"2022-jauma-ralphs-dry-grown-grenache","title":"2022 Jauma Ralph's Dry Grown Grenache","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe wines that really put James Erskine on the map were his fascinating and counter-culture examples of McLaren Vale Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe handles this variety so well, finding the freshness and crunchy tannin that this grape can display when picked early and handled correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRalph's is his most sought-after Grenache and it's downright delicious to drink. 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This is pure, free-wheeling, and vivid in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBursting with red fruits, floral notes, a hint of aniseed and mouthwatering acidity, it's incredibly moreish to drink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jauma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40869102452779,"sku":"2022 Jauma Like Raindrops Grenache","price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022JaumaLikeRaindropsGrenache.png?v=1694048051"},{"product_id":"2022-jauma-birdsey-cabernet-franc","title":"2022 Jauma Birdsey Cabernet Franc","description":"\u003cp\u003eBirdsey is a bouncy little Cab Franc named for the McLaren Vale vineyard owner Peter Birdsey who grows this fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames Erskine, the man behind Jauma, takes this Cab Franc into a mode something like the smooth, silky reds of the Loire Valley. 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Dark and red fruits (blackberry, mulberry, plum), violets and spice shine over a foundation of firm tannins and energetic acid. This is a wine you want to sip just so you can make the flavours last forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a seriously impressive release... Rather, it is poised throughout, with fruit intensity seamlessly meshed into a silky, supple but aptly assertive structure, a ferrous nori\/kelp mineral note underpinning. For a site purchased prizing grenache, this is a revelation.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"An outstanding shiraz. The tannins are formidable and sneaky—they will ensure a long aging career. 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Enticingly aromatic, bright, vibrant and fresh is the memo, with grip and texture from deftly-handled skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to get into skin contact\/amber wines but don't want anything too \"on the edge\", this is a great place to start. Equally brilliant for any die-hard skinsy fan too. 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This fine fizz is all part of the fun and should dissipate before you can say \"Tikka Tingles\".\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jauma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41049454837803,"sku":"2023 Jauma Tikka the Cosmic Cat Grenache Shiraz","price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2023JaumaTikkatheCosmicCatGrenacheShiraz.webp?v=1711410105"},{"product_id":"2023-inkwell-tangerine-viognier","title":"2023 Inkwell Tangerine Viognier","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Inkwell Tangerine Viognier is an orange wine that is only lightly skinsy, and really shows the aromatic potential of the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit is sourced from Dudley Brown's home vineyard in McLaren Vale, farmed organically and biodynamically, and it shows true vibrancy, being full of citrus fruit, ginger, and herbal tea flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViognier is not blessed with naturally high levels of acidity, so the skin contact element often provides the structure and depth. 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Job done well here by winemaker Alex Sherrah.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sherrah","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41070644822059,"sku":"2023 Sherrah Preservative Free Grenache","price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2019SherrahPreservativeFreeGrenache_700x_6c13ea7d-2324-4248-b215-a046c09487c8.png?v=1713145153"},{"product_id":"2022-yangarra-kings-wood-shiraz","title":"2022 Yangarra King's Wood Shiraz","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe King's Wood is one of the premium, small-batch releases in the excellent Yangarra portfolio, and has long been one of McLaren Vale's better Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comes from a small southeast-facing sandy ironstone outcrop on rhe Yangarra vineyard. 15% whole bunches used in the ferment, the fruit hand-picked and carefully double-sorted for quality control before being hand-plunged and left to rest in a huge oak cask before bottling. 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This feels made with mid-palate texture in mind, gifting an engaging suppleness, along with a salted licorice note, that precedes cabernet’s structuring tannic draw.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5ML27VAOr3I?si=92H7xQMw9vfZRILR\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A fulsome wine to chew on. 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This minimal intervention allows the wine to reflect its unique terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's full of cherries, rhubarb, and raspberry, with nutty aromas and hints of red licorice and caramelized sugar. The palate is strong and vibrant, with a tannic structure that’s bold yet refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a firmer and more structured beast in 2022, but yet another outstanding release of one of our favourite Australian wines.  Get some while you can!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From a wonderful old-vine site in Clarendon that stretches the possibilities of grenache. Wonderful stuff built for the cellar.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Ned Goodwin (James Suckling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"S.C. Pannell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41102810021931,"sku":"2022 S.C. Pannell Smart Vineyard Grenache","price":79.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2022S.C.PannellSmartVineyardGrenache_69230d43-67ee-4c23-af06-ef9adb3f24b8.webp?v=1725945889"},{"product_id":"dune-wines-experience-pack","title":"Dune Wines Experience Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eDuncan and Peter Lloyd of Coriole fame are making waves in McLaren Vale with their side project Dune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentred on a beautiful, organically farmed Blewitt Springs vineyard, they craft an eclectic array of wines in both classic McLaren Vale styles, as well as from emerging varieties finding a new home in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir wines are deliciously pure, thought-provoking, and represent truly unbeatable value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Dune The Empty Quarter GSM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dune Tirari\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Dune Pyla\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Dune Cactus Canyon Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Dune Ain Salah Cinsault\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz is a cracking example of what makes this McLaren Vale sub-region so special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Duncan and Peter Lloyd from their organic vineyard, this Shiraz leans into the sandy soils of Blewitt Springs, bringing a softer, medium-bodied style with fine tannins and plenty of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s all about balance here—dark fruits, a touch of spice, a savoury edge, and that hallmark chalky texture from the sands. The Lloyd brothers keep the winemaking simple, letting the vineyard do the heavy lifting, and the result is a Shiraz that’s ripe, vibrant, and ridiculously drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re sharing it over dinner or enjoying a glass on its own, this is McLaren Vale Shiraz with a difference—elegant, layered, and ready to go now. Perfect for those who love their reds approachable but packed with interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"There’s so much to like about these Dune wines. Stylish (visually as well) and well-priced. Lots of perfume and exotic spice, some black olive and dried herbs, fresh blackberry and cherry. It’s medium-bodied, supple in fine-grained tannin, has a sort of glassy acidity, quite meaty, with something of a fresh black berry tang, and a long gently grainy finish. Lovely wine. Understated, but complex.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-dune-blewitt-springs-shiraz\" title=\"2023 Dune Blewitt Springs Shiraz\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Dune The Empty Quarter GSM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 \u003cem\u003eEmpty Quarter\u003c\/em\u003e from the Lloyd brothers’ Dune Wines is a fresh spin on the classic GSM blend, with a splash of Touriga Nacional for extra character. From their Blewitt Springs vineyard, this is McLaren Vale done their way—organic farming, low-fuss winemaking, and a willingness to mix things up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-bodied, fragrant, and packed with flavour, it’s got those juicy blue and purple fruits, a savoury edge of sage and spice, and fine, dusty tannins that pull it all together. There’s plenty of personality here, but it’s still the kind of wine you’ll happily crack open any night of the week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuncan and Peter Lloyd—of Coriole lineage—are proving they’ve got a knack for walking the line between tradition and modern energy. The \u003cem\u003eEmpty Quarter\u003c\/em\u003e is a seriously tasty red with just enough polish and plenty of charm. If you’re after a GSM that’s a bit different, this one’s got you sorted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Such a pleasing wine to drink. Blue and purple fruit, coal dust and ozone, sage and thyme, some dried flowers, pastrami and aniseed. It’s medium-bodied, has a distinctly ‘mineral’ feel to it, with fine dusty and peppery tannin, a quiet juicy blueberry succulence, and it’s also quite savoury, bresaola and Spanish black olive, I reckon, with a gently sticky and tactile finish of excellent length. Fresh. Spicy. Yum.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Gary Walsh (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-dune-the-empty-quarter-gsm\" title=\"2023 Dune The Empty Quarter GSM\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dune Tirari\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDune continues to offer up some of the best bang for your buck in McLaren Vale, and here again, the Lloyd brothers have created a medium-bodied red that’s juicy, characterful, and seriously easy to love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tirari is a unique blend of Negroamaro, Touriga, and Mataro, with just a dash of Grenache (5%). The result is a wine that feels perfectly balanced between juicy fruit and savoury depth. Sourced from their organic Blewitt Springs vineyard, this blend speaks to the Vale’s future—varieties that thrive in the warmth while delivering freshness and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt smells of wild berries, dried herbs, and a hint of spice. On the palate, it’s plump and supple, with bright red fruit, a touch of earthiness, and fine, chewy tannins that lead to a savoury, moreish finish. It’s the kind of wine that begs for food—think woodfired pizza or chargrilled meats—but it’s just as good on its own for a casual midweek pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDune is all about crafting wines that are fun, approachable, and seriously high-quality, and the 2024 Tirari is no exception. A wine with personality, versatility, and a glimpse into McLaren Vale’s bright future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2024-dune-tirari\" title=\"2024 Dune Tirari\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Dune Pyla\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new age McLaren Vale red wine here from the notable Lloyd family of Coriole fame. The brothers Duncan and Peter have forged a new project from their Blewitt Springs vineyard, and their whole range proves to be all killer no filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItalian varieties have become one of the great stories of McLaren Vale, with Coriole doing plenty to champion these sun-loving grapes. Here, Nero d'Avola takes centre stage, surrounded by Negroamaro \u0026amp; Montepulciano as well as Rhone classics Carignan and Mourvedre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's savoury, spicy and full of lush McLaren Vale dark fruit. Not a foot wrong so far from this exciting rising McLaren Vale project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2022-dune-pyla\" title=\"2022 Dune Pyla\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2024 Dune Cactus Canyon Grenache\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe latest single-varietal wine from this energetic and evolving project that in a short period has helped the Lloyd brothers burst out of the shadow of their family estate Coriole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2021 was the first time they released the Cactus Canyon Grenache, and the subsequent releases have been brilliant follow-ups. It's a deliberately lighter style, picked early and with minimal oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a spicy, floral little number that really bursts out of the glass with gorgeously exotic Grenache aromas and a fresh and lively palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it a light chill when the sun's out and you're in for a treat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-dune-cactus-canyon-grenache\" title=\"2023 Dune Cactus Canyon Grenache\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2023 Dune Ain Salah Cinsault\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in only minuscule quantities, this single-varietal Cinsault from Dune is a wine to jump on quickly before it’s all gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCinsault is a fascinating variety and one proving to be well-suited to the sunshine of the Vale. Easy to grow, light-bodied and full of bright red fruits - it's a name we're bound to see a lot more of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a jubey, spicy, herbal, wildly delicious little red. Low alcohol and low tannin make it the perfect lunchtime option too, and it loves 20 minutes in the fridge!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGulp gulp gulp!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2023-dune-ain-salah-cinsault\" title=\"2023 Dune Ain Salah Cinsault\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5DyMkEqHVmI?si=H-5RNNp5iHp0sVAs\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dune","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41112026447915,"sku":"Dune Wines Experience Pack","price":149.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/DuneWinesExperiencePack_4321ef62-3334-4877-b0be-96a5b9280b73.webp?v=1737414807"},{"product_id":"2024-varney-wines-entrada-vermentino","title":"2024 Varney Wines Entrada Vermentino","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Entrada range from Alan Varney are all inspired by time he spent in a small Portuguese town back in 2017. Here he makes modern and affordable wines that are meant to be enjoyed straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vermentino is a new addition to the range, and is a perfect wine to share with friends and family around the dinner table. Brightly flavoured with a mouth-watering line of natural acidity and a little bit of weight from time spent on lees, it's an excellent casual, easy drinking white wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fun \u0026amp; playful wine built to share.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A strikingly fresh and briskly thirst-slaking style, with tart green apple, lemon, green almond and thyme.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Marcus Ellis (Halliday Wine Companion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"It’s a tidy wine. Perfumed, fruit-driven, well-flavoured but then turned towards dryness and control as it finishes.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Campbell Mattinson (The Wine Front)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Varney Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41124639997995,"sku":"2024 Varney Wines Entrada Vermentino","price":23.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2024VarneyWinesEntradaVermentino.webp?v=1720416928"},{"product_id":"2022-main-cherry-mclaren-vale-tempranillo","title":"2022 Main \u0026 Cherry McLaren Vale Tempranillo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a very smart example of richer Australian Tempranillo from Michael Sexton at Main and Cherry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from two vineyards in the Clarendon Hills area of McLaren Vale, where Michael now lives, this wine expresses the wonderful grape variety that has proven so well-suited to the Aussie climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 10 days on skins and partial carbonic maceration for added lift and freshness, it was basket pressed and aged in older French oak for 6 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a vibrant, medium to full-bodied wine with soft, plush tannins. 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